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Welcome to Atlanta National President, Deborah Summers, is looking forward to greeting you all April 18-22

at the 2012 National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia.

The meeting will begin with an on-the-ground service project coordinated by NHBW, Inc.

and Georgia at-large members as well as other community representatives. The first day

of the general session will begin on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 2:00 pm.

Why attend? Re-focus yourself, your chapter and your future goals through leadership

workshops. Collaborate on finding solutions to improve the lives of families throughout

our communities. Come together in sisterhood and re-engage! Special thanks again to

the N.C. Texas Chapter for hosting the 2011 Annual Meeting.

Meeting Major Events to include:

Wednesday, April 18, 2012 (Attire: NHBW, Inc. Gear)

On-the-ground Community Projects on Domestic Violence and Literacy

Community Reception

Thursday, April 19, 2012 (Attire: Organization’s Colors)

Plenary /Opening Session

Individual Dinner Break

National President’s Reception

Friday, April 20, 2012 (Attire: Business)

General Session

President’s Forum and Reports

Saturday, April 21, 2012 - (Attire: Dressy White)

Fannie Lou Hamer Breakfast and Group Photos

Sunday, April 22, 2012—Closing Ceremony

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Arnita Young-Boswell, Founder

Ms. Deborah Summers, National President

Dr. Wynetta Frazier, President Emeritus

Ms. Jennifer L. Adams, National 1st Vice President

Ms. Carolyn Daniels, National 2nd Vice President

Ms. Barbara Biggers-Matthews, National Secretary

Dr. Lona C. Bibbs, National Treasurer

Ms. Bettye Gavin, National Director

Ms. Doris Williams, National Parliamentarian

The NHBW , Inc. is a member of the National Black United Federation of Charities. During the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), please direct your donation to the National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc. CFC #10457.

SEPTEMBER 2011

October National

Membership Drive

Interested in being a

member-at-large? Starting a chapter in

your state?

Being a male associate?

Call: 773-667-7061

“Flu Facts”

Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Rose Holden Bean, deployed with the 4th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary). LTC Bean will have many titles and perform many duties while de-ployed. She was deployed as the commands Senior Equal Opportunity Advisor (EOA) for the Theater (Afghanistan), the senior Sexual harassment and Assault program coordina-tor (SHARP), the Suicide Prevention Officer (training), and the Historian for the com-mand. Much prayer is needed as she will be responsible for ensuring that all of these pro-grams function effectively. Rose joined NHBW, Inc. as a Member-At-Large during the organi-

zation’s Saving Promise ”Dining For A Cause” event. An event hosted in support of a non

-profit grassroots movement to end the pandemic of domestic violence launched by L. Y. Marlow. Rose is a recipient of the Army Achievement Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal, Army Achievement Medal (OCL), National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terror Service Medal, and the Army Service Ribbon. She will be deployed for 10 months in Afghanistan. She resides in San Antonio, TX.

Statewide Pandemic Influenza Outreach and Education Grant

NHBW, Inc. Joliet Chapter just completed a “Flu Facts” awareness program through a $35,000 grant awarded by the Illinois Department of Public Health. With a hand washing video (Center for Disease Control), and a variety of workshops, the chapter distributed flu kits (tissue, hand sanitizer, basic flu factsheet) and held awareness workshops that reached 2,135 people with their H1N1 Influenza Outreach and Community Education Program.

Suggestions for flu prevention: Flu virus can live on hard objects up to 8 hours. Cover

your nose and mouth with a tissue when you sneeze or cough. Dispose of it in the trash after you use it. Regularly wash your hands for 15-20 seconds with soap and water or utilize alcohol-based hand wipes or sanitizers Get enough rest, eat healthy foods (lots of fruits and vegetables), and drink plenty of liquids. Consult your physician for advice on flu shot.

Lieutenant Colonel Rose Holden Bean

Maudie C. Foster Named Professional of the Year in Project Management

Winter Garden, FL, July 25, 2011, Maudie

C. Foster, from the Orlando Chapter, Ad-

junct Professor at Keller Graduate School

of Management and DeVry University and

Retired Executive Director of Small Busi-

ness Development Centers has been

named a Cambridge Who’s Who Profes-

sional of the Year in Project Management.

With 44 years of project management

experience, Ms. Foster is considered an

expert in her field. Although recently re-

tired as an adjunct professor of Keller, she

continues to share her project manage-

ment skills as an adjunct professor at

DeVry University. She has previously held

professorship positions at Penn State Uni-

versity, Mountainview College, Trinity

College and National Louis University.

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Good Hair and Good Health equals Great Days Ahead By Markeita 'Dr. Mac’ McIntosh, DD, MPAS PA Good Hair is a 2009 American comedy documentary film produced by Chris Rock Productions and HBO Films, starring and also narrated by comedian Chris Rock. It focuses on African American women's hair, the styling industry surrounding it, the accept-able look of African American women's hair in society, and the effects this has had upon African American culture. According to Rock, he was motivated to make the movie after his 5-year-old daughter Lola asked him, "Daddy, how come I don't have good hair?" During the film, Rock explores the nine billion dollar a year black hair industry, and visits such places as beauty salons, barbershops, hair styling conventions and scientific laboratories. He also speaks with a broad spectrum of peo-ple from around the world on the subject of hair and why we put such a high value on its upkeep and appearance. Dr. Regina Benjamin, US Surgeon General, openly discussed the widely held belief of black women that do not exercise at the Bronner Brother International Hair Show in Atlanta last month. Many black women like Dr. Benjamin admittedly report 'having a bad hair day' as a common concern after a workout. Benjamin's office cited two studies that examined why fewer than 30% of minority women in the United States get the recommended level of exercise. The reasons were, according to one of the studies done by the American Journal of Public Health, lack of time followed by economic constraints, major life changes or traumas, safety issues, weather and environment, the hassle of personal care such as showering and keeping hair looking good. Physical activity is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. In combination with healthy eating, it can help prevent a range of chronic diseases. These diseases can include heart disease, cancer, and stroke, which are the three leading causes of death on the planet. Physical activity helps control weight, builds lean muscle, reduces fat, promotes strong bone, muscle, and joint development, and decreases the risk of obesity. Being overweight can result from an energy imbalance. This involves eating too many calories and not getting enough physical activity. Excess body weight can also be the result of genes, metabolism, behavior, environment, culture, and socioeconomic status. All of these can play a role, but it is believed that behavior and environment play the largest role in people being over-weight. These are the greatest areas for prevention and treatment actions. Hair Fitness, an ongoing competition at the Bronner Brothers International Hair Show, is designed to remove the hairstyle - re-lated barriers to physical activity for women. As a part of their commitment to the health of women and Hair Fitness, United Healthcare has accumulated styling tips from celebrity stylists to maintain your hair and exercise program. Before starting any exercise program consult your health care provider so you can know your current health status. If you do not have a health care provider due to a lack of insurance, schedule an appointment with your local community health center or health department. Lack of insurance is a common trend in our country today and does not have to be another barrier. Whether you have chosen natural or chemically straightened hair, it is important how to properly care for the choice that you have made. Consult with your stylist or check out these resources to discover ways you can strut your fabulous hairstyle with your weekly exercise regimen. Be an example to our children by choosing both good hair and good health! “The physical and emotional health of an entire generation and the economic health and security of our nation is at stake." First Lady Michelle Obama at the Let’s Move! launch February 9, 2010

September is National Literacy Month

“ Reading for Life”

NHBW, Inc Initiative

2011 Fannie Lou Hamer Awardee

Minister Hattie Kelly Publisher of Power Pages News

2011 NHBW, Inc. President’s Awardee

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W hat’s happening with Family Life?

Not surprisingly, family dynamics have changed a lot over

the last decade. This biggest challenges relate to the on-

slaught of media use and the decrease in at-risk behaviors

in adolescents and teens.

Family members spend less time with each other than in the

past, even though they are slightly more likely to be in close

physical proximity than before. The reasons have to do with

technology. Parents can now accomplish much of their

work and social networking from home using cell phones

and computers. Emulating that example, kids these days

spend enormous amounts of time glued to their screens as

well—a tendency facilitated by the omnipresence of those

screens (television sets in every bedroom, cell phones for

every family member, computer connectivity in all rooms

via various devices). One results is that parents and chil-

dren spend less time in eye-to-eye interaction, even when

they are together. Some analysts argue that the social

needs that used to be met through family engagements have

to some extent been replaced by the network of relation-

ships that both parents and children now nurture every day

online, in social-networking environments.

Though developmental specialists warn parents not to over

schedule their youngsters, there is trouble at the other end

of that continuum as well, if young people do not have

enough commitments to occupy their time. It has been

shown that children who are the least busy are more likely

to suffer from depression, anxiety, unhappiness, low self-

esteem, and lagging academic performance and are more

likely to engage in at-risk behavior. Children whose par-

ents help them stay immersed in one or two major activities

each week, consuming up to ten hours per week with such

endeavors, tend to be the most well-adjusted and happy.

That level of engagement is especially important as children

reach their teen years, when peer pressure and the lure of

questionable behavior beckons most strongly. For instance,

a national study among teenagers found that participation in

each of three at-risk behaviors (smoking, alcohol use, and

drug use) triples from eighth to twelfth grade.

(Adapted from Futurecast by George Barna.)

Sisters: Geneva Westley, Annie McDowell , Dr. Wynetta Frazier, Dr. Shirley Jones

“NHBW, Inc. Celebrates “Life” Members

Dr. Wynetta

Frazier

Sisters, NHBW, Inc.’s programming reports indicate that over 12,000 books have been purchased and/or donated and distributed reaching thousands of chil-dren throughout the school year and summer months. I commend your ef-forts to reduce summer learning loss and to aid children in an easier transi-tion into and through the educational school systems. As always, there is something truly special about your dedication to the NHBW, Inc. mission. As we continue to focus and build on our support, programs, and membership, we strengthen our base and move forward to provide "real service" to our benefactors. Let’s continue to invest in our children and prepare them for success.

From the President’s Desk

1809 E. 71st Street

Suite 205

Chicago, IL 60649

Phone: 773.667.7061

Fax: 773.667.7064

E-mail: info@nhbwinc.com

Website: www.nhbwinc.com

SERVING AND EMPOWERING THE FAMILY

Yours in Commitment,

Deborah Summers National President

“Closing the Achievement Gap”

Congratulations to NHBW, Inc. Chapters:

Chicago, Cherry Hill, Northern New Jersey Metro, Tallahassee

and N.C. Texas combined were recipients of a $5,000 mini grant

awarded to assist in expanding the organization’s literacy initia-

tive.

Together they will be addressing the importance of reading to

babies on a daily basis as it supports infant bonding and quality

time between mom and baby; multigenerational family literacy;

reading as a crucial component of after-school programming;

assess to reading materials for the underserved; literacy and

school material support for autistic children; and partnering with

other reading based organizations to make a bigger and better

impact of service.